Eskil «Taz» A.

Eskil "TAZ" A. has a diverse work experience in the aviation industry. Eskil «TAZ» started their career as a Graduate Student at the National Defence University College in 2012. Eskil «TAZ» then co-founded the NORWEGIAN SPITFIRE FOUNDATION in the same year.

In 2013, Eskil became the Managing Director of Aviator Service AS, where they provided Quality Assurance and Flight Test services for the aviation business. Eskil «TAZ» also served as the sole distributor for Aquila aircraft for Scandinavia and the United Kingdom.

Starting from 2018, Eskil worked at various companies, including Forsvarsmateriell - Norwegian Defence Materiel Agency, Airbus Defence and Space, and Red 6. At Forsvarsmateriell, they worked as an Experimental Test Pilot for almost a decade before transitioning to Airbus Defence and Space as an Experimental Test Pilot. Eskil «TAZ» performed test flights on various aircraft, including Eurofighter, Tornado, and Airbus Commercial aircraft.

At Red 6, Eskil held multiple roles, including Vice President of Business Development and Advisor to the Board. Eskil «TAZ» played a key role in the company's growth and development.

Eskil's other notable experiences include being a Test Pilot at Technical Flight Solutions, a Display Pilot at Red Bull's The Flying Bulls, and a Certified Flight Instructor at Spitfires.com, where they specialized in instructing and displaying the Spitfire aircraft.

Most recently, Eskil joined Atlas Air in 2023 as a Pilot on the Boeing 777. Eskil «TAZ»'sextensive experience and expertise make him a valuable addition to the company.

Eskil "TAZ" A.'s education history is as follows:

- From 2007 to 2008, they attended the United States Naval Test Pilot School, where they obtained a degree in Experimental Test Pilot, specializing in Fixed Wing Class 134.

- From 2010 to 2014, they studied at Nord University and earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Air Transportation.

- From 2004 to 2006, they attended the Royal Norwegian Air Force Academy and obtained a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Military Science.

- In 1995, they completed the Euro Nato Joint Jet Pilot Training program, receiving a degree in Pilot.

- In 1994, they obtained a Bachelor's degree from the Royal Norwegian Air Force Academy, majoring in Military Science and Operational Studies.

- From 1989 to 1992, they attended olav duun videregående skole, although no specific degree or field of study is mentioned.

In addition to their formal education, Eskil "TAZ" A. has obtained several certifications, including Airline Transport Pilot licenses from the Federal Aviation Administration, the UK Civil Aviation Authority, and the EASA - European Union Aviation Safety Agency. Eskil «TAZ» also holds an A320 certification from Airbus, and a Flight Test Rated Cat 1 certification from the EASA. The specific years of obtaining these certifications are not provided.